Korkor Village - Niali, Cuttack
Korkor is a village situated in the Niali tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Niali and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Kapasi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Korkor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korkor is 400359. The village covers a total geographical area of 226 hectares and falls under the 754004 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Korkor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Niali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Korkor
As per Census 2011, Korkor village has a total population of 918 people, consisting of 490 males and 428 females. The village has 281 households and a sex ratio of 873 females per 1,000 males. There are 79 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 735 literate and 183 illiterate residents. Additionally, 72 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Korkor are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 918 | 490 | 428 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 48 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 39 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 735 | 422 | 313 |
| Illiterate Population | 183 | 68 | 115 |
Nearby Villages of Korkor
Korkor is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kurangapada | South | 1.02 km |
| Kapasi | North-West | 1.32 km |
| Saransa | North-East | 1.68 km |
| Patelibanpur | North-East | 1.76 km |
| Karanga | South | 1.88 km |
| Kantisala | East | 2.35 km |
| Podana | North-West | 2.39 km |
| Badaro | North-West | 2.52 km |
| Tampada | West | 2.58 km |
| Nuapitapada | South-West | 3.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Korkor
Korkor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gorakhnath, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cuttack to Korkor is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Korkor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Korkor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Korkor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Korkor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Korkor
Where is Korkor located?
Korkor village is located in Niali Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Korkor?
The Gram Panchayat of Korkor is Kapasi.
What is the pincode of Korkor?
The pincode of Korkor is 754004.
What is the population of Korkor?
Korkor has a total population of 918, including 490 males and 428 females.
How many households are there in Korkor?
There are 281 households in Korkor.
What is the literacy rate in Korkor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korkor is 80.07%. Male literacy is 86.12% and female literacy is 73.13%.